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So they proposed (or you did) and now you’re excitedly thinking about your big day. Then the sudden panic sets in on all of the decisions you’ve got to make and the planning that’s going to take up literally all of your time leading up to your wedding day. So here are some top tips to help you make your wedding amazing.
My first tip for you is to get yourself a wedding planner. I don’t mean a person to do it for you, I mean a journal that you can keep all of your information in, trust me, you’ll need to refer to it. Plus, it’s a great keepsake for all of your years to come.
This should be first and foremost on your list of things to do. This is because, without a place and a date, there won’t be a wedding. Visit multiple locations before you settle on one. Collect quotes from each one of them, and you may even be able to negotiate prices. Make sure to choose a reception venue if you’re having it at a different location. Pick up some menus to send to your guests if you’re having a sit-down meal.
The venue was really important to us for our wedding so it was the first thing that we got sorted. We had the ceremony in our local church and then chose a beautiful, big open room with high ceilings and engineered wood flooring, as I wanted a big open space where there could be lots of dancing – and there was!
Once you have chosen a date and location, send out your save the date cards!
You may not already have a ring, and that’s fine as many couples prefer to choose the engagement and wedding rings together in this day and age. If you don’t have one, pick a day where you can both choose what you’re going for. You can either shop on the high street for your rings or look online where you can often get more for your money. Sites like these will tailor-make your ring to your size and post it to you.
Your dresses and suits may take some time to choose. Make sure your bridesmaids and groomsmen have outfits picked within your colour scheme. It can be tricky deciding on a colour for your bridesmaid dresses, as well as a style to suit everyone, so give yourself lots of time to get this sorted. I ending up rushing towards the end as I hadn’t found anything right so I really could have done with looking for the right dresses earlier!
Think about your venue. How many guests will it take? Think about your wedding reception and if you want to invite some more people. Sit down together with your partner and write a guest list, seating plans and decide on table decorations. There is so much to think about and plan – have a look at this wedding checklist to make sure you’ve thought of everything.
Sometimes couples opt not to plan their honeymoon until after the wedding. After all, it is a costly day. Planning a honeymoon can not only add expenses but even more stress on your big day.
Set your budget and the amount of time you’re going away for. If you’ve already got children, think about if they’re coming with you on your honeymoon or whether you need to ask a family member to have them while you’re away.
Pick your destination. Somewhere that both of you will enjoy and look forward to that fantastic time as newlyweds!
Congratulations!
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Photo by Rachael Connerton.
Welcome to Birds and Lilies! I'm Lou: mother, blogger and freelance writer. This is my lifestyle blog, where I talk about motherhood, infertility and IVF, beauty, my love for food and wine, as well as my thoughts about stuff, and our real-life and travel adventures.
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